UNCOVERED: 4 | History Defined

Plans for new Lidl in Alexandria progress - as key bodies give the green light

The supermarket giant has been targeting a move to the Vale for almost a decade, with proposals taking a major step forward in November as they applied for planning permission.

Daily Record · Jan 12, 2023

Glowing inspection report for Dumbarton's Crosslet House Care Home

Inspectors spoke to residents, staff and family members of those living in the home’s care during their two day visit before Christmas.

Daily Record · Jan 12, 2023

Delays to West Dunbartonshire Council's purchase of pothole fixing JCB questioned

The state-of-the-art machine can repair an average pothole in just eight minutes according to the manufacturer, with three tools included to make sure that any repairs are lasting.

Daily Record · Jan 6, 2023

West Dunbartonshire Council votes to save Castlehill sports facility plans

Labour and the SNP both agreed that the proposals for a new changing facility at the former OLSP should be saved - with Councillor David McBride saying it was a commitment to the people of Dumbarton West.

Daily Record · Dec 29, 2022

£3m slashed from West Dunbartonshire Council services as £21m budget gap addressed

Labour leader of WDC, Martin Rooney, labelled the Scottish Government's funding package for councils "a scandal" whilst SNP members hit out at the ruling authority for a lack of consultation.

Daily Record · Dec 28, 2022

Still Game stars remember summer holiday trips to the area during Balloch visit

Locals queued up around the perimeter of the Co-op in Balloch in a bid to meet the famous pair, who were only too happy to pose for pictures with the fans.

Daily Record · Dec 27, 2022

Dumbarton 2-0 East Fife - Sons celebrate 150th anniversary with commanding win

Gregor Buchanan's header and David Wilson's brilliantly worked goal early in the second-half ensured the Sons' 150th birthday bash was one to remember.

Daily Record · Dec 27, 2022

Dumbarton Football Club prepare to mark their 150th anniversary on December 23

Formed on December 23, 1872, the Sons of the Rock were one of the most successful teams in the early years of Scottish football – lifting the first two Scottish Football League titles, and winning the 1883 Scottish Cup.

Daily Record · Dec 22, 2022

Family of baby boy who had 'rough start' look forward to a special Christmas together

Little Charlie Edward Keenan was born five weeks early on August 19 following complications during mum Rochelle’s pregnancy.

Daily Record · Dec 22, 2022

Resident at Dumbarton's Castle View care home left in "heartbreaking" situation

Sharon Calderwood contacted the Lennox after being appalled to find her beloved mum, Agnes McKenzie Ross, who has advanced dementia, left wearing soiled clothes, in pain and with little support or stimulation.

Daily Record · Dec 21, 2022